Unique Promise Rings

Choosing to proclaim the commitment between you and your lovey-dovey is an exciting pre-engagement step. So why settle for a boring band or lifeless solitary gem? These promise rings are unique, interesting and eye-catching jewelrythat will never let your promise to one another fade into the background.

Sphinx Promise Ring

Imagine this ring on little honey’s hand: outside, a woven,
textured pattern and, hidden from the world, an inside of sultry,
shimmering Nightfall Blue — isn’t that a great name for a color? I’m
sure that’ll be the name of a celebrity’s kid soon enough. ($70, Romas Banaitas)

Steampunk Promise Ring

Made with boiling red taxidermy eyes, this unique ring
promises commitment — and lots of commentary. Red not your color? Check
out the one with green reptile eyes. Better yet, learn how to make
your own steampunk watch ring via Easy Crafts Wiki. ($90,Catherinette Rings)

Pinky Promise Ring

I love a good pun, and nothing gets better than a pinky promise
promise ring. All right, so maybe it’s not so much punny as just really
sweet. Customers can choose from silver or gold for this made-to-order
forget-me-knot ring. ($65, White Fly)

Two Hearts One Heartbeat Promise Ring

Even more challenging than hunting for a gender-neutral promise
ring? Finding commitment jewelry that also demonstrates your commitment
to the planet. This handmade cardiogram uses recycled silver and subs
harsh chemicals for lemon juice and boiled eggs (both organic, I’m
sure). ($100,NO Jewelry)

Boho Chic Promise Ring

Bold as brass, this unique promise
ring captures the old-soul vibe of vintage jewelry but offers an
stylish alternative to the ornate designs of the past. And, at just $12,
you’ll still have the moola left to save for the real thing, although it’s probably best to avoid telling sweetums just how little you spent.
($12, Distorted Earth)

Embraced Promise Ring

Outside of Brett Michaels, sweet does not often describe metal. But with an assist from a subtle love knot, this unique promise ring offers a soft touch on the primitive material. ($70, Beyond the Rockz)

Quarter Promise Ring

In this economy, 25 cents doesn’t seem to go far. But with some old-fashioned know-how, a quarter is all you need to make your very own promise ring. Any large coin will work, and if you grab one from before 1964 you’ll have a genuine silver ring. Love on the cheap! Learn how to make your own quarter ring via YouTube, or get a free tutorial from Instructables.

Magical Forest Promise Ring

Like some mystical prop from a lavish fairy tale, this promise ring made of ever-changing labradorite oscillates from blues to greens, depending on how the light hits it. Now all you need are some wispy skirts and a frazzled hairdo, and you’ll be ready for the Ren Fair in no time! ($25, Inmost Light)

Miyuki Beaded Ring Kit

DIY disease got you down — lots of gumption matched with little skill? Consider making your promise ring via a beading kit. You come up with scissors, a ruler and a toothpick, and they give you the pattern and supplies. Don’t want to be boxed in by a kit? Get free instructions for a wire cluster ring from WikiHow or a free video from Jewelry DIY. ($13, Beadaholique)

Antique Book Ring Box

Even if you DIY a promise ring from electrical wire (the tutorial really exists!), you may sneak by on creativity points if its settled in a unique ring box. Consider this hollowed book from Once Wed as the bed for your ring to rest upon. Or you can just use pudding or some other squishy desserts.

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